Want to join the ranks of our profiled members? Everyone has a unique story to tell, and it would be our honour to tell yours. Let’s showcase your contributions to Manitoba’s healthcare system. We’d love to hear from you!
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Meet Ian: Psychosocial Oncology Clinician at CancerCare Manitoba
Having a conversation with Ian Scott (MSW and RSW) about his role with CancerCare Manitoba’s psychosocial oncology department is inspiring yet calming. He is an insightful and thoughtful speaker, and you can imagine how a therapy session or support group with him could make a meaningful difference in the life of someone living with cancer.…
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Meet Tanis: Registered Respiratory Therapist at the Grace Hospital
Tanis Hares, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Grace Hospital, says a family member with lung disease inspired her down the path to help others get better and manage their symptoms. “If you can’t breathe, you will likely be seeing a Respiratory Therapist very soon. RTs often see patients on their worst day, and luckily, we will get to see them on better days when they’re feeling better or have recovered. We use our education and years of experience to diagnose and fine-tune treatments to…
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Meet Kelly: Medical Laboratory Technologist, Dynacare
For nearly four decades, Kelly has been a cornerstone of Dynacare’s Microbiology department. With 39.5 years at the organization and 42 years as a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT), she brings a depth of knowledge and leadership that anchors her team and supports patient care across Manitoba. As Charge Technologist, Kelly is responsible for the release of all patient results…
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Meet Kimberly: Laboratory Technician, Dynacare
For 23 years, Kimberly has worked as a Laboratory Technician, with nearly 20 years at Dynacare. Throughout that time, she has become a familiar, reassuring presence at the River East Laboratory and Health Services Centre (LHSC) – someone patients can count on for skill, compassion, and a little humour to ease their day. At the…
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Meet Shane: Intermediate Care Paramedic at Whitemouth EMS
For the past 24 years, Shane has worked as a paramedic, caring for Manitobans on their worst days. His career started with the Winnipeg River District Ambulance Service, a volunteer-based Emergency Medical Response program. “It was a true volunteer service – we didn’t even get paid,” Shane says. Now, Shane is an Intermediate Care Paramedic…
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Meet Olena: Occupational Therapist, ADHD Service, Shared Health
For the past three years, Olena has worked as an Occupational Therapist (OT) with Shared Health’s Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Service, supporting children and adolescents with ADHD and other neurodevelopmental or mental health disorders. Her work focuses on helping young people develop the skills and strategies they need to participate successfully in everyday activities,…
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Meet Sithara: Pharmacy Technician at HSC
For Sithara, accuracy isn’t just part of the job — it’s kind of the whole point. As a Pharmacy Technician in the Adult Inpatient Pharmacy at Health Sciences Centre, Sithara plays a vital role in ensuring every patient’s medication history is complete, correct, and up to date. Sithara has worked in health care for 25…
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Meet Shevon: Sonographer, Brandon Regional Health Centre
With 24 years in health care (two as a medical laboratory technologist and 22 as a sonographer), Shevon brings experience, perspective, and teamwork to her role at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. Shevon became interested in a career in health care at a young age, when she was exposed to the reality that everyone needs…
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Meet Kim: Sonographer at St. Boniface Hospital
Over the past 16 years, Kim has worked as a general duty, senior, and charge sonographer. She began her career as a new graduate in Brandon before moving to St. Boniface Hospital in Winnipeg, where she has spent the majority of her career. An Extension of the Radiologist Sonographers are on the frontline of imaging,…
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Meet Brandi: Senior Sonographer at Neepawa Health Centre
Growing up in rural Manitoba, Brandi always knew she wanted to work in the medical field. Her interest was officially sparked during high school, when she job shadowed in the diagnostic imaging department at Neepawa Health Centre. “I loved the structured schedule and the variety in scans. It was a career I could really see…
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Meet Breanne, Charge Sonographer at St. Boniface Hospital
Breanne has worked in the Ultrasound Department at St. Boniface Hospital for more than a decade and employed in the health-care sector for over twenty years. As Charge Sonographer, she keeps her team safe, ensures the quality of their diagnostic scans, and makes patients the centre of everything they do. “I truly have the best…
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Meet Robin: Sonographer at Grace Hospital
When patients come through the doors of the Grace Hospital with issues like abdominal pain or pelvic concerns, chances are good that a sonographer, such as Robin, will be part of their care team. Diagnostic Medical Sonography, also known as Ultrasound, uses high-frequency sound waves to support medical diagnoses. As part of the patient care…